FM 984 over Elm Branch
GoodEllis County, Texas · 3.1 MI NW of SH 34 · Structure no. 180710121102006
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 356
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 984 over Elm Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 984 over Elm Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 74 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 356 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 370 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 984 over Elm Branch built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is FM 984 over Elm Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does FM 984 over Elm Branch carry?
About 356 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 984 over Elm Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 984 over Elm Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.